Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Indian cricketer and ODI bowler

Bhuvneshwar Kumar - Indian cricketer and ODI bowler
Born

February 5th, 1990
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

India

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A prominent cricketer who represented India across formats, specializing as a right-arm fast bowler. Debuted in 2012, established reputation for swing bowling and ability to perform in critical matches. Key contributor in India's success in 2018 Test series against Australia. Played for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL), securing the Purple Cap for leading wicket-taker in 2017.

Made international debut in 2012

Secured the Purple Cap in IPL 2017

Played a crucial role in India's 2018 Test series win in Australia

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